8. Jeff Tuel, Washington State

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The Washington State Cougars extended their conference losing streak with a loss to the Oregon Ducks in Week 6. Despite the losing record, the Cougars are showing improvement, especially at quarterback.

Jeff Tuel completed 25 of 40 passes for a 62 percent completion rate, 245 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.

Tuel has consistently put up respectable numbers each week, showing that at least he can hang with the big boys, something the majority of his team cannot say.

1. Ryan Katz, Oregon State

The Oregon State Beavers continued to improve off their shaky start to the season with a huge upset win over the No. 9 Arizona Wildcats.

Ryan Katz rolled off his excellent play in Week 5, hosting Arizona State, to make a statement in Tucson.

Katz completed 30 of 42 passes for a 71 percent completion rate, 393 yards, two passing touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown. Both his completion rate and total passing yards are season highs.

Although Katz threw one interception, he continued to wow Beaver fans in hostile territory. It's as if he flipped a switch before the Arizona State game, going from mediocre quarterback to one of the top in the conference.